The origins of Memorial Day can be found in the hearts of grieving families after the Civil War. Casualties were felt in ...

15th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. His great-great-great grandfather, John Fisher, served in the regiment. He said flags for Civil War soldiers were important because they served not only as the nation ...

Volunteers placed flags on the graves at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day was ...

Those who have lost in service to the nation will be honored May 26 in Memorial Day events throughout the region. Here are some of the events planned: ...

Amidst the picnics and good times that many enjoyed during Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Dennis Snyder urged those attending ...

Volunteers and members of the Third Iowa Light Artillery unit of Civil War re-enactors led a unique salute to our nation’s fallen soldiers this memorial day weekend, firing rounds from two of Iowa’s ...

Roving historical plaque dedicated to the “The ‘Battle’ of Adams Hill” that occurred May 9, 1861, during which only one gun ...

In 'Behind the Lines', narrated by Annette Bening, selections from the Center for American War Letters are brought to life by stars like Laura Dern and Common Getty; Sypher Studios For a soldier ...

Under the shade of trees, tucked into green spring grass, rest two new gravestones. The bright, white marble stands out, ...

If you’re wondering why flags around Missouri are flying at half-staff, it’s to honor the death of a former senator. Former Missouri governor and U.S. Senator Christopher “Kit” Bond died ...